SUCCEED Evening Reporting Center
DONT COUNT ME OUT
The Succeed Program is a grant-funded, community-based alternative to detention designed to support adjudicated youth ages 13–17. Participants must be referred by the Hudson County Courts. The program operates Monday through Friday, from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. providing a safe and structured environment during critical after-school and evening hours. Additional programming is offered offsite on Saturdays such as...........
Participants receive comprehensive case management services, along with a wide range of supports and opportunities, including:
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Individual and family counseling
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Tutoring and GED preparation
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Mentoring and positive role models
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Life skills workshops
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Evening meal and snack
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Access to on-site fitness and wellness activities
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Community service opportunities
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Transportation assistance
Curriculum Focus
The program’s workshops and activities are designed to promote positive decision-making and personal growth, addressing key areas such as:
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Social behavior and conflict resolution
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Effective decision-making and resisting peer pressure
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Communication skills and teamwork
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Gang prevention and violence awareness
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Drug and alcohol education
Program Goals
- Decrease recidivism rate in teenagers
- Serve as a safe haven for inner city youth
- Ensure youth attend court appearances and report to probation
- Provide programming during high crime hours (3 pm-9 pm)
- Minimize risk taking and delinquent behaviors during and post program participation
- Expose inner city youth cultural activities
- Assist in family reunification process
- Provide mentors/caring adults to program participants
Funding
Our YES Program is funded by Hudson County Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Children and Youth Services, and Youth Services Commission.